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SA Champs silver medalist Hendricks sets sights on first sub-29 finish at Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K
Comrades Marathon announces iTOO Special Risks as Official Specialty Insurance Partner
PEP mini Netball returns for 2026 to Empower Young Girls Across South Africa
Glasgow Warriors reload with big guns for Stormers showdown
Springbok season ignites with Rassie vs Razor face-off in “the Bay”
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Comrades Marathon 2026 entries in high-stakes draw explained
The road to the 99th edition of the Comrades Marathon has already demanded endurance long before race day, with hopeful runners forced into a sprint for limited opportunity through a newly introduced ballot system. The 2026 Up Run from Durban to Pietermaritzburg (Approximately 87 km – 89 km) which takes place
April 23, 2026
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SA Champs silver medalist Hendricks sets sights on first sub-29 finish at Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K
Having overcome the fear that once held him back, SA Championships silver medalist Deon-Lee Hendricks is relishing the finest season of his career and is firmly focused on achieving even greater success at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K on Sunday, 10 May 2026. “The goal for the
April 23, 2026
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Comrades Marathon announces iTOO Special Risks as Official Specialty Insurance Partner
The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) is proud to announce iTOO Special Risks as the Official Specialty Insurance Partner for the 2026 Comrades Marathon. This strategic partnership, built on the mantra Think Expert. Think iTOO, brings unparalleled expertise in risk management and specialty protection for both athletes and organisers to The Ultimate Human Race. As part of
April 22, 2026
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PEP mini Netball returns for 2026 to Empower Young Girls Across South Africa
PEP is proud to announce the return of the much-loved PEP mini Netball programme for 2026, continuing its mission to uplift and empower young girls across South Africa through the power of sport. Following the remarkable success of previous years, the programme is back, bigger and stronger, with nine coaching sessions
April 22, 2026
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Glasgow Warriors reload with big guns for Stormers showdown
There is a surge of reinforcements building within the Warriors ranks. Captain Kyle Steyn is set to return on the wing after being rested, while the midfield pairing of Sione Tuipulotu and Huw Jones (pictured above) is poised to reunite, offering both punch and precision in attack. Flyhalf Adam Hastings is also back in contention after recovering from a head injury, adding composure to the backline.
April 22, 2026
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Springbok season ignites with Rassie vs Razor face-off in “the Bay”
“I can’t wait for the season to start and what better place than Gqeberha, where we’ve always enjoyed enormous support,” said Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus.
April 21, 2026
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